Fashion
Beyond Blue Jeans: The New-Season Pant Shift
Mango Jacket, Leset Sweater (more sizes here), A Piece A Part Pants, Rag & Bone Belt (similar, less expensive here), Hermes Bag (similar here), Partlow x Adam Lippes Boots, Bottega Veneta Sunglasses
A wardrobe that relies solely on denim eventually starts to feel predictable. Expanding your rotation, even slightly, makes getting dressed easier, and more interesting. When you have an assortment of trousers that move between work, errands, and dinner, you simply have more to reach for and the outfit comes together faster. Here are four simple ways to widen your wardrobe beyond denim while still feeling polished, expressive, and pulled together.
Pop of Color: A tailored trouser in a strong color replaces denim during the week.
Wear it for
- Monday meetings when you want to add something extra to your usual work look.
- A weekday lunch that turns into late afternoon plans.
- Dinner reservations at a slightly more elevated restaurant.
Pair it with
- White tank and flats
- Button-down and belt
- Knit and heel
Pattern: Patterned trousers bring dimension to an outfit while keeping the silhouette clean.
Wear it for
- School drop-off when you want more than workout clothes.
- Running errands but still seeing people.
- Weekend brunch with friends.
Pair it with
- Solid tee and sandal
- Light knit
- Crisp shirt tucked in
Cropped Length: A cropped or ankle-length pant shifts the proportion immediately.
Wear it for
- City days when you want to show your shoes.
- Transitional weather.
- Travel when you want something lighter than denim.
Pair it with
- Loafers or ballet flats
- Fitted tank or soft knit
- Structured tote
Silk or Satin: Texture changes the mood of the outfit.
Wear it for
- Date night.
- Evening events.
- Weekend dinners at home or out.
Pair it with
- Cotton tee and flat sandal
- Structured blazer
- Soft sweater
Fashion
Barefoot in Bloom
Outfit Details: Julia Amory Dress, SPRWMN Bikini, Janessa Leone Hat, Amazon Sunglasses
Florals look different by the water than they do at a garden party. They get brighter, looser, sunnier — the kind of blooms that belong with bare feet and salt air. They show up embroidered on a caftan, covering a swimsuit, or crawling up a linen matching set.
I like to keep the styling light from there, leaning on pieces with natural texture to compliment the print or motif. A woven bag, a flat sandal, a piece of shell jewelry, an easy hair accessory.
It’s floral dressing with more freedom, made for sun-filled plans built around color, texture, and bare feet.
Fashion
Retro Twist on Summer Dressing
Pucci Dress, Dries Van Noten Heels, Chanel Bag, Deszo Necklace
I’ve found myself naturally gravitating toward the glamour of 60s and 70s resort dressing, when vacation style felt more expressive and playful, tied to a more carefree way of getting dressed. Catching my eye are pieces with a retro twist that feels like a wink, not a full costume: Pucci-inspired prints and Etro-style paisleys, alongside crochet florals, boldly colored beads, and modular accessories. Together they channel that effortless allure in a way that feels nostalgic but still current, adding just enough character to make summer dressing more memorable.
Fashion
Wedding Guest Dresses for a Tropical Setting
Outfit Details:
Rosie Assoulin Dress, Ferragamo Heels, Cordera Bag
Dressing for a tropical wedding weekend is its own kind of search. The right dress doesn’t always show up right away — it has to feel special enough to fit amongst the setting, joyful enough to honor the celebration, and light enough to actually work in the heat. A few different things have to land at once, and it’s worth taking the time to get them all right.
These are the guest dresses catching my eye for weekends where the backdrop is palm trees, sunset skies, and the sound of the ocean. Sunny yellows, citron sequins, shades of ocean blue, and sunset hues all feel right here. Printed silks and sheer capes earn their place too, elegant and considered without the weight of something that would leave you overheated by the first toast.
The best options feel polished enough for a special occasion while still holding onto that joyful, easy feeling a tropical destination naturally invokes.
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